Chronicling the Chic, Classic and Casual Style Duchess of Sussex (the former Meghan Markle)

August 29, 2019

How to Thrift Your Way to a MirrorMeg

It’s not a secret that women everywhere are in love with the Duchess of Sussex’s style. Between this existence a site completely dedicated to Meghan’s style (hello!) and the inimitable “Meghan Effect”, a glimpse of the style of Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex is something we all want to see reflected in the mirror when we get dressed in the morning.

@MeghanMarkle

While we can lust over Meghan’s closet and the gorgeous clothes in it, there is no denying that many (if not all of us) can not afford to keep up with the Duchess – nor should we. Finding budget-friendly ways to incorporate Meghan’s style and seeking inspiration from it is the name of the MirrorMeg game – and we couldn’t help but notice when we started to see some amazing looks on the instagram account of @ThriftingLikeARoyal on Instagram.

@ThriftingLikeARoyal

Mackenzie is known for finding amazing ways to MirrorMeg looks by thrifting, which has led her to amazing deals like a tuxedo dress inspired by Meghan’s for only $14 or a twirly floral dress like MM’s for only $7.99. Her motto is to stay “royally trendy on a budget” and she absolutely does – like this black suiting look.

@ThriftingLikeARoyal

If you’ve ever wondered about how Mackenzie scores some of her best thrifting deals… You weren’t alone. We reached out to the stylish New Englander and asked her for her essential thrift tips to dress like a Duchess – and she was kind enough to share them with us.

Don’t be afraid to shop the men’s section.

The men’s section is my go-to place to get the Duchess of Sussex’s button-up. You’ll find great striped looks or light linen pieces. If it feels like you would swim in a men’s shirt, look for the “slim cut.” Those naturally tailor better to a woman’s body.

Seek out a good quality blazer

Both the Duchess of Cambridge and the Duchess of Sussex love a blazer. Whether it’s paired with a basic jean or a dress, it instantly polishes a look. There are plenty of good options at the thrift store but the key is to check the inside of the blazer. If the inside has quality stitching and textile, you know you’ve found a keeper!

Get the staples

There a few staples that our royal ladies love. Striped shirts, midi dresses, black jeans, and nude pumps. All of these items can be found at the thrift in abundance. Having an abundance might seem overwhelming but that just means that you’ll have a better chance of finding something that works for you.

Go in with inspiration

I love to go into the thrift store with a goal picture in mind. It helps me focus what I’m looking for; otherwise, I would stay for hours searching through racks. Knowing what you want helps you avoid buying anything and everything just because it’s cheap.

Consider your personal style and body shape

I have a very different body type than both duchesses which means the clothes they wear will likely not be flattering on me. I use their look as inspiration – the patterns, lengths, pieces, fabrics, etc. – and then I find a silhouette that best suits my own style and body.

Comments

I too am now a follower of her Instagram. Its amazing how she has been able to come with “the goods”, the similarities in some of the pieces is nothing short of amazing. She definitely has a real talent for this. Thank you so much for sharing